Excellent
#39 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 4% of private schools
Main Line Classical Academy Inc
School
455 S ROBERTS RD, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#39 of 873
In Bryn Mawr
#2 of 9
public schools
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About Main Line Classical Academy Inc
Main Line Classical Academy Inc is a private school in Bryn Mawr, PA. Main Line Classical Academy Inc serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Line Classical Academy Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Main Line Classical Academy Inc is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Main Line Classical Academy Inc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Main Line Classical Academy Inc is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Main Line Classical Academy Inc compares to the 2 public schools in Bryn Mawr, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bryn Mawr
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Main Line Classical Academy Inc (this school) | 8.4 |
| Ithan El Sch | 9.3 |
| Coopertown El Sch | 9.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
455 S ROBERTS RD, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Line Classical Academy Inc may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE GRAYSON SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Radnor), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST KATHERINE DAY SCHOOL -UPPER (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Radnor), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SACRED HEART ACADEMY BRYN MAWR (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bryn Mawr, see our Bryn Mawr schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY BRYN MAWR Bryn Mawr | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ACADEMY Bryn Mawr | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| HILL TOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bryn Mawr | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| STS COLMAN-JOHN NEUMANN Bryn Mawr | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL Bryn Mawr | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Ithan El Sch Bryn Mawr | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Coopertown El Sch Bryn Mawr | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| JACK M BARRACK HEBREW ACADEMY Bryn Mawr | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ACADEMY-NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR Villanova | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY CHILD SCHOOL AT ROSEMONT Bryn Mawr | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Radnor SHS Radnor | 1.9 mi | 9.6 |
| THE SHIPLEY SCHOOL Bryn Mawr | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| THE GRAYSON SCHOOL Radnor | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ARCHBISHOP JOHN CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Radnor | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST KATHERINE DAY SCHOOL -UPPER Radnor | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Malvern | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Black Rock MS Villanova | 2.4 mi | 9.8 |
| Radnor El Sch Radnor | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| FRIENDS SCHOOL HAVERFORD Haverford | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Lynnewood El Sch Havertown | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,986
Median Home Value
$788,700
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
22,004
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEVEREUX DAY SCHOOL-CARES Downingtown, PA | 8.4 |
| ST KATHERINE DAY SCHOOL -UPPER Radnor, PA | 8.4 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 8.3 |
| STRATFORD FRIENDS SCHOOL Newtown Square, PA | 8.3 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY East Norriton, PA | 8.6 |
| THE CAMPHILL SCHOOL, INC. Glenmoore, PA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Line Classical Academy Inc
What grades does Main Line Classical Academy Inc serve?
Main Line Classical Academy Inc serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Main Line Classical Academy Inc?
Main Line Classical Academy Inc has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Line Classical Academy Inc?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Line Classical Academy Inc is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Main Line Classical Academy Inc rank in PA?
Main Line Classical Academy Inc ranks #39 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Main Line Classical Academy Inc's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Line Classical Academy Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Main Line Classical Academy Inc a private school?
Yes, Main Line Classical Academy Inc is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Main Line Classical Academy Inc a religious school?
No, Main Line Classical Academy Inc is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 20 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 525-2300
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